"My mom introduced me to the idea of getting counseling with Cheri a couple of years ago, I was reluctant to try something new, at that time. But after a couple of months experiencing this new form of guidance and advice I grew comfortable and realized that I actually was learning to be independent, learn from my mistakes, work through my frustrations, and be patient with myself and others."
Girl, age 13

“Cheri is one of the "realist" people that I have come across. She is able to communicate honestly and doesn't talk down to me due to my age. She is very down to earth. I cannot open up with many, but Cheri has a way of making you feel safe and I would definitely recommend her if you are seeking counseling.”
Female, age 19

"Cheri easily achieved that delicate balance of acting as both professional counselor and trusted confidante to our children.  I couldn't be more pleased with the positive changes our family has experienced since they've started seeing her.”
Shelley B.

 

"I was very fortunate to find Cheri around the time that my husband died. She was my reliable guide through grief, and she provided hope and strength when I had little of my own. I especially appreciated Cheri’s sensitivity, her ability to work with energy, her memory (you don’t have to retell your story), her feedback, her practical and doable suggestions, her compassion, and her professionalism."
Cindy

“I've been with Cheri for 2 years. She really helped me deal with my mom's divorce and has made me look at it differently."
Boy, age 12

"I have been seeing Cheri for over a year and highly recommend her. I appreciate the combination of traditional therapy with energy work that Cheri offers. Through our sessions I have grown personally in ways I never saw coming. Working through these issues and using the tools she has taught me have opened up new avenues and opportunities in my life. Cheri is a genuinely warm, empathetic, skilled and dynamic counselor and I am grateful for her help."
Lara, age 37

“My husband died suddenly and my life has been turned upside down.  After about 10 months I realized I needed more help than just books and words from family and friends.  Cheri has been very accepting and I feel completely comfortable and safe sharing my sadness and fears.  Although my grief is still painful, Cheri is helping me recover from my loss.”   
Janna Kinkade

“After my divorce, I wanted a safe supportive and neutral adult for my daughter to process the changes with. I also wanted someone who would help me help my daughter navigate from young girl into young adult. What we got was so much more. The counseling, support, and nurturing Cheri provided to our family has helped my daughter grow into an insightful young woman learning to advocate for herself and honor who she is…And Cheri has provided our family with guidance and wisdom and perspective through some unexpectedly difficult times. I am sure we will have a few more bumps along the way, but we now have a few more tools to keep us both connected and autonomous as my daughter completes her adolescent journey. Just knowing that Cheri was part of my family’s “team” gave me peace of mind and huge amounts of hope."
Mother, age 48


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